Introductions III - Page 114

MD2colo · 04-30-2008, 15:00

Hello all!!!

First of all; wow, what an awesome forum. It's great to see a bunch of SF guys all in one spot so I can gather a bunch of intel on the course!!!

A little history on myself-
I joined in 1999 and served a total over just over four years on active duty.
My MOS was 13F, which I thoroughly recommend to all prospect hooahs.
I served in 2/17 FA in Korea (the most horrible experience of my life) and C co 2/75 Ranger. That was a hoot...lol
I've been lucky enough to attend ABN, RIP, RGR, RSLC, USMC Naval Gunfire course, and a bunch of other cool stuff. I left active duty in December of 2003 with intentions of college and serving in my home state's (Colorado) National Guard. Well, I wanted to kind of take it easy while in school, so I opted to be a UH-60 Crew Chief...kinda nice to be the one that isn't getting off of the bird with a ruck and a 10k movement ahead of yah...LOL
That was a great experience (aviation). Too bad it wasn't great enough.
Since I had time in SOF with 2/75, and have seen what SF was doing over in Iraq, I felt the hairs on the back of my neck raise up once again when I found out (previously unknown to me) that Colorado had a battalion of SF (5/19) in-state. School is/was/still in school a priority to me, but my everyday life as a college pogue lacked the high-intensity element that I used to be a part of at 2/75.
Well, I have tons of experience with Fire Support (AH6, Spectre, CAS, etc,etc,etc you've all seen that) so I opted for 18E.
I attended SFAS in June of '07 and thankfully became selected. After two more semesters of college after returning from SFAS, I am slated to attend the SFQC for 18E with Russian starting June of this year ('08).
So...
I'm 26, 3 more semesters of school till graduation (Environmental Sci), attending the Q in June.
Thanks to you Team Guys for an awesome resource and the great insight into the SF way of life.

Mike

kkirk1 · 04-30-2008, 21:19

My name is Kevin, I'm currently a civilian researching the Special Forces program in general and also to find out whether medically SF would be an option for me. After graduating college, I persued becoming a Navy SEAL. At Mep's, to my surprise, I failed the color vision exam, even though it has never been an issue in my 26 years. I then visited a color vision specialist based in Maryland, and passed his version of the FALANT test. These results were faxed to my SEAL mentor and to make a long story short, I obtained a waiver for my color vision and obtained a SEAL contract. At boot camp my waiver was recognized all the way through the primary physical and the Dive physical. After recieving a "real life" color vision test by the Medical Officer, I was declared fit for full dive duty. I then recieved my orders for BUD/s but with two days to go before boot camp graduation, my orders were pulled and told to reclassify. I was told it was a mistake. The Captain at BUMED that ordered and cancelled the waiver, told me that Special Forces in the Army is an option available for me. When I recently visited the recruiter, he told me it may be, but it would be very risky because I would be unable to obtain an 18x contract. I came here for any assistance in the matter and appreciate any help in advance.

**The Reaper** · 05-01-2008, 05:12

Kevin:

This is addressed in the stickies and in several threads. You need to use the search button and read through them. There is a color vision test and requirement for a reason.

Best of luck.

Welcome all!

TR

Sandwich · 05-01-2008, 17:16

Hello all, I've been a lurker here for quite some time now. I recently signed an 18x contract and will be shipping out in June. I'd like to thank the members of this forum for contributing such valuable information and advice.

CPTAUSRET · 05-01-2008, 18:18

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sandwich

Hello all, I've been a lurker here for quite some time now. I recently signed an 18x contract and will be shipping out in June. I'd like to thank the members of this forum for contributing such valuable information and advice.

Hang in there!

StringsMartyr · 05-01-2008, 21:26

Hello everyone,
I am currently a junior in high school and am coming to the point where i must make a decision about my future. I come from a fairly well-off family and live in a community that expects its high school graduates to attend four-year universities. However, in my college search, I have yet to find a university that appeals to my desires. Unlike most of my peers, $50,000 a semester tuition fails to spark my interest. I do not wish to force my parents to pay a large amount of their hard-earned money to pay for my dissatisfaction with the College lifestyle
While i struggle finding an interesting University, I have always had an extreme interest in the Special Forces lifestyle. However, due to my situation, it is difficult to get advice on how to approach becoming a member of the community. So i guess I am here to ask for advice on how to go about the process, when to commit, etc.
I should also mention that i have worn corrective lenses since I was young, however it has not hindered my ability to participate in sports or shoot skeet, trap and sporting clays

Thank you,
Kyle

Sgt._$ully · 05-02-2008, 01:27

this is my first post. I am currently deployed (OIF). I want to attend SFAS soon after I re-deploy. I am in good physical condition and have some free time over here so i am doing a lot of P.T. and rucking to prepare. I have 2 children and a wife. This site has great info. I am still tryin to find out if my family can come to where ever i may be stationed (i.e. overseas not deployed). thanks for the great site and great knowledge.

dbr39 · 05-02-2008, 04:42

Hello all,

I am a DOD Dependant living overseas. I am getting ready to go back stateside on a four year scholarship, and I am looking for advice on what civilian courses or additional training/ schooling would benefit me during SF selection that I could complete during my four year stay in university. I would like to thank you all for providing such a useful site.

ZonieDiver · 05-02-2008, 10:16

Good morning!

After a delay of a few days since joining this excellent site, I'd like to formally introduce myself. I ceased my Army activities in '83 when I left the USAR after 13 years of active and reserve duty. Completed SFAIC 3-71 as an 11C4S and was assigned to 8th SFG at Ft Gulick, CZ (worked as AI at JOTC) where I served until shortly after its deactivation at which time I was reassigned to Co A (Abn), 3/5 Inf, 193rd Inf Bde at Ft. Kobbe. Served in USAR units in Phoenix, AZ area - 12th SFG detachment and 297 MID (SAF), where I picked up a 97B MOS. Currently a high school social studies teacher and part-time scuba instructor. (I know, I know - where the hell do you dive in Phoenix, AZ?)
Pardon the length - teachers never know when to shut up. Thanks to all the Quiet Professionals - past and present.

Tom

rzbk · 05-02-2008, 11:52

Hey ya'll. I'm originally from Arkansas, but stationed in Georgia. My status is AD/AF as a Security Forces member, but wanting more. I have been to Airborne at Benning and still an active jumper in my unit. I have always had an interest for SF. While attending Airborne I made some good friends on their way to SFQC. That just sparked my fire to pursue this dream. I talked with a guy from 3rd group a couple of weeks ago under unfortunate circumstances, but we were able to have a good conversation and he had some stellar advice. I'm here to build upon what he has told me to help prepare for SFAS/SFQC...granted the AF will allow me to transfer services. Thanks for the opportunity for me to read up on this site and ask questions that cannot be answered anywhere else. Ya'll have a good one.

waiver-1 · 05-02-2008, 12:07

Hey guys,
To start, im originally from jersey. I was born in NYC, but spent 11 of 18 years at home in NJ. Ive been in the air force for 5 years as security forces. The last 3 years have been in georgia. I graduated from jump school in august of 07'. I have only 2 jumps since benning, deployments seem to get in the way of that... I have been left with a feeling of wanting more since my last 2 deployments. The carrot always seemed to be there, but just out of reach. Im torn b/w usaf cct and army sf. Im still getting myself ready for whatever path i head down, and im just looking for some good advice. Thanks for letting me into quiet professionals, i know i can learn a lot here.
joe

85diver · 05-02-2008, 15:24

Finally, I am introducing myself. I signed up a few months ago because I was looking for a good forum that I could learn and share info with other SF guys out there. I got real busy with work and havent been able to do much on the computer so here I am now. Im an 18B in 3/7 SFG, I have been on 785 for almost 2 years now, and I am from south florida. Im pretty young, 24, but I have 6 yrs in service now and a few deployments under my belt. Got my first SF combat deployment coming up soon, thats a case of beer, but I just wanted to make an introduction and I look forward to posting more on this forum. my name is Dave Jr

**Joker** · 05-02-2008, 16:22

'83 713
'86 - '96 792 then 791 then 796 then 794 then B-Team Ops.
Moved to Bragg to ODB 740 finishing up on the Bn Ops.
Then to SOCOM where I retired and work as a civilian.

csb21jb · 05-03-2008, 10:05

Whats up guys, joined this site to get more info on how to fit into the teams once AF guys get there, and to maximize our leathality once were there. Been stationed at bragg, italy, now in LA. Have been in the military as an tacp for almost 8 years. Have only been on this site for a couple days and already have found out alot of my q's, and is one of the best forums ive heard about. I dont like even being on forums, thought it was sort of nerdy, but the info ive recieved since ive been on here was great. So if you guys can shoot me some things that would benefit us and yourselves, plz do so. My reason for doing this, ALOT of JTACS (around 60 a year) from all services come here and train, and myself with a couple other people train them. Sorry for the personality issues when we get there, cant tell a young stud anything.

drleach · 05-04-2008, 13:26

Please allow me to introduce myself. I went into the infantry from EWSC ROTC program in 1976. After IOBC, attended Ranger school and then off to the 82nd (did abn school as a cadet). SFOC in the summer of 78 and then to the 1st Bn 10th SFG in Bad Tolz. I was a team XO, XO of PCT and then the detachment training officer. Left the service in '81 and then went back to university in '83 for a degree in veterinary medicine, then a PhD in immunology. I currently am at a small biotech company in Denmark working on immune therapies for cancer. Regards to any former comrades.

Dana